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All US Product Recalls

Searchable archive of product recalls from the FDA, USDA FSIS, CPSC, NHTSA, and EPA — translated into plain English, severity-scored from objective criteria, and always linked back to the original government notice.

How to read this listing

Every recall on this list has been scored 1–5 against an objective rubric from the agency’s own classification, presence of reported injuries or deaths, distribution scope, and hazard type. The colored severity badge on each card is the score — 5 (Critical) means the agency’s own highest classification or reported deaths or serious injuries, 4 (Severe) means significant injury or hospitalization risk, and 3 (High) means a known hazard with no confirmed harm yet. Filter to 3+ (High and above) if you want to skip routine Class-III notices.

The agency chips above control which streams are visible. FDA spans food, drugs, and medical devices. USDA FSIS is meat, poultry, and processed egg products. CPSC is household consumer products. NHTSA is vehicles, tires, and child seats. Nationwide on a card means the recall affects every US state — most do — while a state list means distribution was limited.

Click any recall to see the full summary, affected lot codes and model numbers, the agency’s own classification, and a direct link back to the original government notice for verification.

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  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1943-2015·2015-07-08

    US Endoscopy Recalls Velocity Biopsy Valves Due to Structural Defect

    US Endoscopy Group Inc is recalling Velocity Biopsy Valves because the valve body and irrigation tube may separate during use.

    Product
    Velocity" Biopsy Valve, 25 units per box, Product Usage: The disposable Velocity biopsy valve is used to cover the opening of the biopsy inlet port of a flexible gastrointestinal endoscope. The Velocity biopsy valve provides access for endoscopic device passage and…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1860-2015·2015-07-08

    FDA Recalls Palindrome SI Chronic Catheter Kits for Antimicrobial Defects

    The FDA is recalling Palindrome SI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications. The recall affects units with expiry dates of February 2018 and earlier.

    Product
    Palindrome SI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 23cm Item Code: 8888145063
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1898-2015·2015-07-08

    Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Kit Recalled for Antimicrobial Failure

    Covidien LLC is recalling specific lots of Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 23cm Item Code: 8888145048P
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1903-2015·2015-07-08

    FDA Recalls Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Kits for Antimicrobial Issues

    FDA is recalling Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications. The recall affects units distributed in the US and internationally.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 33cm Item Code: 8888145050CP
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1896-2015·2015-07-08

    FDA Recalls Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kits for Antimicrobial Spec Failure

    The FDA is recalling Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications. The recall covers 72,363 units in the US and 24,631 units internationally.

    Product
    Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 33cm Item Code: 8888145050C
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1891-2015·2015-07-08

    Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit Recalled for Antimicrobial Specification Failure

    Covidien LLC is recalling Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications. The recall affects 72,363 units in the US and 24,631 internationally.

    Product
    Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 23cm Item Code: 8888145048C
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1945-2015·2015-07-08

    Biomet Gentle Threads Interference Screw Recall Due to Product Mix-Up

    Biomet is recalling Gentle Threads Interference Screws because two different part numbers were mixed. Using the incorrect screw may lead to failure or revision surgery.

    Product
    Gentle Threads Interference Screw 9x35mm Full Thread. An interference fixation screw for use in soft tissue reattachment procedures
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    0 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1972-2015·2015-07-08

    Siemens Recalls Syngo Imaging Software Due to Display and Measurement Errors

    Siemens is recalling Syngo Imaging software versions V30 and V31 because safety issues may occur involving monitor assignment order and incorrect display and measurements for images with non-square pixel size.

    Product
    SYNGO IMAGING (VERSION V30 and V31); Syngo Imaging is a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) intended to display, process, read, report, communicate, distribute, store and archive digital medical images, including digital mammography images.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    2 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1953-2015·2015-07-08

    Sheffield Pharmaceuticals Recalls LUBRI GEL Due to B. cepacia Contamination

    Sheffield Pharmaceuticals is recalling specific lots of Dr. Sheffield's LUBRI GEL personal lubricant after testing revealed high counts of gram-positive rods and B. cepacia.

    Product
    Dr. Sheffield's LUBRI GEL 3 oz (85 g) Non sterile over-the-counter personal lubricant.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    11 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1973-2015·2015-07-08

    GE Healthcare Recalls Optima IGS 320 Angiographic X-ray Systems

    GE Healthcare is recalling three Optima IGS 320 angiographic X-ray systems due to a potential loss of C-arm gantry motion capability.

    Product
    GE Healthcare Optima IGS 320. Angiographic X-ray systems used in generating fluoroscopic and rotational images of human anatomy for diagnostic, interventional and image-guided surgical procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1935-2015·2015-07-08

    Atrium Medical Recalls Ocean Water Seal Chest Drains Due to Missing O-Ring

    Atrium Medical Corporation is recalling Ocean Water Seal Chest Drains because they have a missing o-ring. The recall covers 390 cases distributed nationwide, in Canada, and in Germany.

    Product
    Ocean Water Seal Chest Drain, Single Collection W/AC, P/N: 2002-000
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1895-2015·2015-07-08

    Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit Recalled for Antimicrobial Specification Failure

    FDA is recalling Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications. The recall affects 72,363 units in the US and 24,631 internationally.

    Product
    Palindrome HSI Chronic Catheter Kit w/VenaTrac Stylet 14.5 Fr x 33cm Item Code: 8888145050C
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1876-2015·2015-07-08

    Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Catheter Kit Recalled for Antimicrobial Specification

    The FDA is recalling Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Catheter Kits because they may not meet antimicrobial specifications. The recall affects units with expiry dates of February 2018 and earlier.

    Product
    Palindrome Precision SI Chronic Catheter Kit 14.5 Fr x 44cm Item Code: 8888146144P
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1914-2015·2015-07-08

    Medtronic Recalls DLP Femoral Arterial Cannulas Due to Connection Issues

    Medtronic is recalling specific lots of DLP Femoral Arterial Cannulas because users reported difficulty connecting the device to perfusion circuit tubing.

    Product
    Medtronic DLP Femoral Arterial Cannula, models 57414, 57417, and 57421, and DLP Femoral Cannula Replacement Kit, Models 96017 and 96021. Sterilized using Ethylene Oxide. The cannula and dilator components are polyurethane and have tapered proximal tips to aid in diameter…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    17 states
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1984-2015·2015-07-08

    GE Healthcare Recalls Innova IGS 630 Angiographic X-ray Systems

    GE Healthcare is recalling eight Innova IGS 630 angiographic X-ray systems due to a potential safety issue that may cause the loss of C-arm gantry motion capability.

    Product
    GE Healthcare Innova IGS 630. Angiographic X-ray systems used in generating fluoroscopic and rotational images of human anatomy for diagnostic, interventional and image-guided surgical procedures.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1820-2015·2015-07-01

    Hill-Rom Steriseal-Cannula Ophthalmic Recall Due to Dislodgement Risk

    Hill-Rom is recalling Steriseal-Cannula Ophthalmic handpieces because the metal cannula can rotate and become dislodged from the plastic handpiece.

    Product
    Steriseal-Cannula Ophthalmic; Bi-Manual Irrigating/Aspirating Handpiece.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1835-2015·2015-07-01

    Stryker Recalls Optical Access Systems Due to Fracture Risk

    Stryker is recalling specific Optical Access Systems because they may fracture at the tip, leaving fragments at the surgical site.

    Product
    Optical Access System; 5mm x 100mm and 12mm x 100mm; Model #: CTR03 and CTR73. Indicated for use to establish a port of entry fro endoscopic instruments in patients requiring minimally invasive surgical procedures including thoracic, gynecologic laparoscopy and other…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1834-2015·2015-07-01

    Stryker Recalls Fios First Entry Trocars Due to Fracture Risk

    Stryker is recalling Fios First Entry trocars because some may fracture at the distal tip, leaving fragments at the surgical site.

    Product
    Fios First Entry; 5mm x 100mm and 12mm x 100mm; Model #:CTF03 and CTF73. Indicated for use to establish a port of entry fro endoscopic instruments in patients requiring minimally invasive surgical procedures including thoracic, gynecologic laparoscopy and other abdominal…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1831-2015·2015-07-01

    Stryker Recalls SERFAS 90 Degree Energy Probes Due to Fragmentation

    Stryker Endoscopy is recalling 22,063 SERFAS 90 degree Energy Probes because fragments of the probe have been reported to break off into patients during arthroscopic procedures.

    Product
    SERFAS 90 degree Energy Probe, Part Number 279-350-101; SERFAS Energy Probes are indicated for arthroscopic procedures of the knee, shoulder, ankle, hip, elbow and wrist. Specifically, the probes are used for resection, ablation and coagulation of soft tissue, as well as the…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1809-2015·2015-07-01

    Teleflex Recalls Lifesaver Manual Resuscitators Due to Potential Intake Port Blockage

    Teleflex Medical is recalling 9,333 units of Lifesaver Single Patient Use Manual Resuscitators because the intake port may be blocked, causing the bag to fail to fill.

    Product
    Lifesaver Single Patient Use Manual Resuscitator Product Usage: The Hudson RCI Lifesaver Single Patient Use manual resuscitator with pressure monitoring port is a disposable medical device intended for use on patients requiring temporary augmentation of ventilation with or…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1836-2015·2015-07-01

    Stryker Recalls Trocars Due to Reported Fracture at Distal Tip

    Stryker is recalling specific cannula and seal models because they may fracture at the tip, leaving fragments at the surgical site.

    Product
    Cannula and Seal; 5mm x 100mm and 12mm x 100mm Model #: CTS02 and CTS22. Indicated for use to establish a port of entry fro endoscopic instruments in patients requiring minimally invasive surgical procedures including thoracic, gynecologic laparoscopy and other abdominal…
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • SevereFDA (Devices)·Z-1827-2015·2015-07-01

    Fresenius NaturaLyte Liquid Bicarbonate Concentrate Recalled for Bacterial Contamination

    Fresenius Medical Care is recalling NaturaLyte Liquid Bicarbonate Concentrate due to bacterial contamination. The product is used in hemodialysis machines.

    Product
    NaturaLyte Liquid Bicarbonate Concentrate (Dialysate Concentrate for Hemodialysis (liquid), 6.4 Liter Bottle Catalog Number: 08-4000-LB This concentrate is formulated to be used with a three steam hemodialysis machine which is calibrated for acid and bicarbonate concentrates.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1841-2015·2015-07-01

    Remel VersaTREK Instrument Series 240 Recalled for False Positive Reports

    Remel Inc. is recalling 143 VersaTREK Instrument Series 240 devices because their use may result in false positive reports. The devices are used to cultivate microorganisms from blood and other sterile bodily fluids.

    Product
    VersaTREK Instrument Series 240 REF 6240, Manufactured for Remel Inc. The VersaTREK System is for cultivating and recovering microorganisms, especially bacteria and yeasts, from blood and other normally sterile bodily fluids.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • HighFDA (Devices)·Z-1819-2015·2015-07-01

    Orthofix Centurion POCT System Drill Guide Recall for Depth Setting Risk

    Orthofix is recalling 36 Centurion POCT System Drill Guides because the thumb button may remain unlocked, allowing the drill stop to rotate unintentionally and change the depth setting.

    Product
    ORTHOFIX Centurion POCT System Drill Guide PN 69-1010 and PN 69-1012. Drill Guides are used to interface with various drill tips during the drilling procedure of bone preparation.
    Category
    Medical Device
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide